From REJournals: IMPACT Strategies, Inc. opened its relocated office in Clayton, Missouri. This strategic expansion not only solidifies the firm’s commitment to serving its clients in the region but also supports its planned growth trajectory over the next several years. The new office, located at 121 Hunter Ave will enable IMPACT Strategies to better meet […]
From St. Louis Public Radio: In recent years, the Illinois Department of Transportation has been using full closures of major roadways in the Metro East during construction because it offers three distinct advantages. “We have found that full closures are safer, faster and cheaper,” said Joel Cumby, IDOT’s District 8 project implementation engineer based in […]
ST. LOUIS - A heat advisory remains in effect through Thursday evening, June 26, 2025, for the Alton area and the Metro East region, following a heat warning that lasted until Monday night, June 23, 2025, according to National Weather Service in St. Louis meteorologist Brad Charboneau. Residents can expect heat indexes ranging from the upper 90s to 105 degrees Tuesday through Thursday, he said. The forecasted high for Monday is 95 degrees with a low of 77 degrees overnight, then a high of 95 is predicted for Tuesday and 94 degrees on Wednesday. Thursday is again predicted to have a high near 95 degrees. On Friday, a high of 93 degrees is predicted, so the weather will be a repeat nearly every day this week. Charboneau said the persistent heat is due to a high-pressure system settled over the Ohio Valley, creating a stationary dome of heat typical for summer months. This system, combined with significant humidity and limited air flow, is causing hot and humid conditions to continue
Zymarie Atkins, now 18, was certified Thursday to stand trial as an adult in the death of Jamar Hamilton at a gas station in the 8800 block of North Broadway.
SAINT LOUIS - Rachael Sage doesn’t apologize for her art. Sage, a Billboard-charting independent artist, will perform at Riviera STL on July 8, 2025, as part of her “Joy = Resistance” tour with Kristen Ford. As she prepares to tour and release her 17th album, “Canopy,” later this year, Sage looks forward to getting back onstage and enjoying the “bliss” of sharing her voice with other people. “It’s as close to Zen as I think I ever get,” she said. “For me, it’s this absolute freedom to get up on stage, have this connection with the community and the moment, and just celebrate life and joy and our collective humanity.” As an independent artist, it’s up to Sage to manage the writing, mastering, scheduling, marketing and press for her work. While it’s a lot of work, it’s also exciting for her to share her message with the world. She loves performing and always looks forward to returning
From The St. Louis American: Since its founding by Anthony “Tony” Thompson, chair and CEO of the Kwame Building Group, the Black-owned business has made community service an integral part of its operation. Through hundreds of college scholarship and philanthropic support for non-profits and other organizations, Thomspon said Kwame wants to be a leader in […]
WASHINGTON — U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the weekend briefed state governors regarding public safety measures following President Donald Trump’s decision to bomb nuclear sites in Iran. On Monday, Iran launched retaliatory strikes toward a U.S. military base in Qatar, according to Iran’s state media and The Associated Press. “Secretary Noem has […]
ALTON – An Alton resident has been charged with burglarizing a Delmar Avenue business and stealing a wide variety of products from within. Devon A. Pierson, 23, of Alton, was charged on June 18, 2025 with one count each of burglary (a Class 2 felony) and theft (a Class 3 felony). Pierson is accused of knowingly entering Cloud Buster Smoke Shop, located at 508 W. Delmar Ave. in Alton, without authority on Feb. 9, 2025 with the intent to commit a theft. He reportedly stole “three boxes of ‘Perk’ pills, approximately 40 to 50 jars of wax, approximately 30 pre-rolls, and United States currency from a tip jar,” according to court documents. The stolen goods had a total combined value of more than $500. The Alton Police Department presented the case against Pierson, who was granted pretrial release from custody. All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
EAST ST. LOUIS - For the first time, the live sounds of classical composer Johann Sebastian Bach floated through the air in the Multipurpose Room of Building D on the Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Campus (WHYHEC). Bringing the melodies of the German composer to life at 12 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, via the clarinet, double bass, viola, violin and cello was the partnership between the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Music and the SIUE East St. Louis Center for the Performing Arts (ESLCPA) program. The collaboration is part of the SIUE Department of Music Summer Chamber Music Festival. The free, hour-long concert, performed by Chamber Project Saint Louis (CPSTL) for students and staff on the WHYHEC, opened the project that is offering a classical music concert for all, and music and dance workshops for ESLCPA students. SIUE Jazz workshops will be held Thursday, June 26. “This is my first time working with the student
While there’s no doubt that Bruce Springsteen is famous, he is very happy that he’s not enjoying the type of fame he had in the '80s, when he released the…
All aboard! The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch provide an unparalleled experience on the Mississippi River. The one-hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise is narrated by a captain from the National […]
MADISON COUNTY — Deputies from the Madison County Sheriff's Office participated in the Alton River Dragons First Responder Night event recently in Alton. Deputies Chris Alfaro and Maricela Williams represented the sheriff’s office during the event, which also included a tribute to Alton Police Department K9 Odin, who was killed in the line of duty. The First Responder Night event was aimed at honoring first responders and recognize their service to the community. The Madison County Sheriff's Office expressed sincere gratitude for the opportunity to pay tribute to K9 Odin, acknowledging the sacrifice made by the K9 and the police department.
CENTRALIA - Friends, family and supporters of Staff Sergeant Josh Melton have launched a fundraiser to repair a memorial statue honoring the fallen soldier in Centralia, organizers announced Monday, June 23, 2025. The campaign, created by Alex Pracht, a former Army comrade of Melton’s, and Mike Melton, Josh’s father, seeks donations to cover the cost of repairing damage recently sustained by the statue. The memorial stands as a tribute to Melton’s service and sacrifice and holds deep significance for his family, friends, and the local community. “Josh was not only a brother-in-arms but a remarkable friend, and his memory continues to inspire all of us who knew him,” Pracht said in a statement. He added that the damage to the statue has been “heartbreaking,” but expressed hope that with public support, the statue can be restored to its original condition. Funds raised will be used for materials, labor and any restoration work necessary to retur
We are sad to share that Ed Becker, longtime host of Songwriters Showcase on KDHX, passed away on June 17th. Ed shared his extensive knowledge about the music he loved for 37 years as a KDHX volunteer, first as a helper and co-host to his dear friend Larry Wier, and then taking the reins of Songwriters Showcase when Larry Wier passed away.
Ed was a statesman at KDHX, loved by everyone who met him for his generous and caring attitude and his easy-going charm. His belief in the ability of music to change the world for the better was infectious - almost as infectious as his love for Cardinal baseball.
Ed lived a life of volunteerism, working all over the region - and especially in his hometown of Mt. Olive - to leave the world a better place than he found it. In this, he was a great success and serves as an example to us all. For more about how Ed contributed to the greater good in his life, please visit his obituary published online by the Mt. Olive Herald.
Detectives say a Florissant man posed as a teenager and carried on a text-based relationship with an underage child to solicit nude images and videos from them.
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